Amy Bouque

Recent appearances

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  Stop Ignoring the Human Side of Workforce Transformation w/ Amy Bouque (Kelly)

  August 29, 2026 · 📺 WRKdefined Audio

  Send us Fan Mail (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2166173/fa...) Workforce transformations are messy… and HR is the first to feel the heat. Our guest today has been in the trenches, leading change at major organizations.  She’s here to share what it really takes to manage the human side of transformation with empathy, how to keep employees engaged, and how to help leaders make changes stick — all without burning out their teams. HR on the Frontline delivers real conversations and practical takeaways to help HR leaders navigate today’s workplace challenges and lead meaningful change.…

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  Amy Bouque: The Future of Work 2026: Why Skills Matter More Than Degrees (and How AI Changes Hiring)

  April 27, 2026 · 📺 Mission Facilitators International

  Why are top performers saying “no thanks” to leadership roles? Discover how shifting expectations, AI, and new career paths are reshaping what ambition looks like in today’s workforce. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Amy Bouque discuss: • The shift from traditional hiring to managing full workforce ecosystems • Rethinking degree requirements and prioritizing demonstrated skills and experience • The growing importance of critical thinking in an AI-driven workplace • How organizations can develop talent through alternative career paths and training • The evolving role of leadership in buildin…

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  Nurture Before You Need: Building a Career of Purpose with Amy Bouque

  October 19, 2025 · 📺 WRKdefined Audio

  On this episode of the Pathfinders Podcast, Amy Bouque, Chief People Officer at Kelly Services, joins Pete Schramm for an insightful conversation on what it means to lead, grow, and navigate a meaningful career. From her childhood dream of becoming an astronaut to forging a career in labor relations, HR, and people leadership, Amy’s story is rooted in resilience, intentionality, and relationships.  She opens up about how early mentors, especially a fourth-grade teacher who saw her potential, shaped her journey. Amy shares how her career evolved through the support of former leaders, emphasi…

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  233. The 1st HR leader who didn't carry a gun: Meet Amy Bouque, Chief People Officer at Kelly Ser...

  October 08, 2025 · 📺 Truth Lies and Work Podcast

  Welcome back to Truth, Lies & Work, the award-winning podcast where behavioral science meets workplace culture. Hosted by Chartered Occupational Psychologist Leanne Elliott and business owner Al Elliott, this episode features one of the most brutally honest interviews we've ever had about what it really takes to lead people the right way. Episode Summary Picture this: you're in your mid-twenties, walking into a Detroit manufacturing plant for your first day as head of labor relations. Your job involves firing at least one person every single week, and you discover that you are a…

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  Episode 1.3: Empowering Educators: Six Keys to Success

  March 18, 2025 · 📺 Kelly

  In this episode of Wake Up and Teach, host Nicola Soares, President of Kelly Education, is joined by Amy Bouque, Chief People Officer at Kelly, to explore the Six Elements of People Success. These elements—purpose, growth, clarity, well-being, empowerment, and connection—are essential for fostering engaged and resilient education teams. Nicola and Amy discuss strategies for addressing challenges like teacher retention, workforce well-being, and creating inclusive environments for educators. With practical examples from both education and corporate settings, they provide leaders with actionab…

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  Strategies for Building a People-First Culture in HR

  December 20, 2024 · 📺 HR Leaders Network

  In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Amy Bouque, Chief People Officer at Kelly Services. Amy shares her journey from her early HR roles to her first Chief People Officer position. She dives into the evolving nature of HR, the importance of vulnerability in leadership, and her belief that HR should move beyond transactional tasks to focus on truly impactful, people-centered strategies. Amy discusses the challenges of supporting a large, diverse workforce, especially during transformative times in the company. 👉 Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq 🎙️ Listen on…

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